Soccer Shooting, the When and Where's of Different Types of Shots - Sports - Soccer
2011-08-09 18:50:11
Some people have a pure goal scoring ability, an uncanny ability to know where the goal is and will take that amazing shot without even looking at the goal. However scoring goals is something that usually takes work and becoming an expert at several forms of soccer shots can help any player be a natural goal scorer. This short article will discuss some of the various kinds of soccer shots such as the full volley, half-volley, instep, and swerve shot.
The full volley can produce a effective shot that is nearly impossible to save. This shot is extremely tough to get on goal but if so, it's very effective. You need to hit the ball correctly and in right moment. If you fail to do so, the ball will usually end 20 yards behind the goal. This kind of shot is perfect when you've got several opponents running in your direction while the ball is falling from the sky. A typical situation is when the ball is cleared away from a corner kick and you're standing about 5-10 yards from the penalty box line.
A half volley is similar to the full volley except that you'll first get control on the ball and after that fire the shot. This is also why a half volley is often a better alternative for long range shots because you will be able to receive, aim and fire the shot while the opponents are unprepared. However, take into account that beating the keeper with a 30 yard shot really takes a lot of skill. But, I've seen people score goals from 70 yard using the half volley so it is not impossible. As with almost every other soccer shot you shouldn't overdo it. Instead, give it a try twice but not in excess of three times per game.
A goalkeeper's most difficult save is known as the swerve shot. This sort of shot will swerve when you fire it and to save it will require a lot of effort. However, learning to perform a swerving shot is actually difficult and not many players on the planet have the ability to perform it in high tempo. However, you should still practice it and try it out in real games because failure is the key to success.
One common denominator with all sorts of shots is learning how to shoot without stopping the ball. Stopping the ball can be time intensive and a more alert defender/goalkeeper can take the ball away from you. In practice you must emphasize quick shots. Make sure to use drills that support the notion of moving while shooting. There are plenty of Soccer Shooting Drills which could emphasize this skill.
The full volley can produce a effective shot that is nearly impossible to save. This shot is extremely tough to get on goal but if so, it's very effective. You need to hit the ball correctly and in right moment. If you fail to do so, the ball will usually end 20 yards behind the goal. This kind of shot is perfect when you've got several opponents running in your direction while the ball is falling from the sky. A typical situation is when the ball is cleared away from a corner kick and you're standing about 5-10 yards from the penalty box line.
A half volley is similar to the full volley except that you'll first get control on the ball and after that fire the shot. This is also why a half volley is often a better alternative for long range shots because you will be able to receive, aim and fire the shot while the opponents are unprepared. However, take into account that beating the keeper with a 30 yard shot really takes a lot of skill. But, I've seen people score goals from 70 yard using the half volley so it is not impossible. As with almost every other soccer shot you shouldn't overdo it. Instead, give it a try twice but not in excess of three times per game.
A goalkeeper's most difficult save is known as the swerve shot. This sort of shot will swerve when you fire it and to save it will require a lot of effort. However, learning to perform a swerving shot is actually difficult and not many players on the planet have the ability to perform it in high tempo. However, you should still practice it and try it out in real games because failure is the key to success.
One common denominator with all sorts of shots is learning how to shoot without stopping the ball. Stopping the ball can be time intensive and a more alert defender/goalkeeper can take the ball away from you. In practice you must emphasize quick shots. Make sure to use drills that support the notion of moving while shooting. There are plenty of Soccer Shooting Drills which could emphasize this skill.
